Joe and Matt Shined When it Mattered Most

Saturday, September 12, 2009 Leave a Comment


The biggest rookie quarterback mistake made in the game was not by Matt Barkley, but by true sophomore Terrelle Pryor. With the game on the line after USC just rumbled their way for a 3 point lead with just a minute left, Terrelle Pryor was not able to handle the pressure and was called for grounding. The loss of down and yards just made it difficult for the Buckeye offense to get close enough for a field goal to at least tie the game and send it to overtime.

The only stat that matters in the game is the final score of 18 - 15 with USC pulling off an amazing come from behind win. The rest of the stats are not worth talking about because they were absolutely ugly. Barkley completed less than half his passes, threw an interception he has become known for in practice, and only averaged 6.3 yards per throw. Joe Mcknight who was ineffective throughout the game didn't post any significant numbers until it mattered most.

Going by the numbers there were no stars in this game. But going by what matters most, winning, Matt Barkley and Joe Mcknight are truly stars and definitely shined tonight.

Game Notes:

CJ Gable only saw action in special teams. He has always been known as the best blocking back and could have prevented what almost became a costly sack on Barkley as Joe Mcknight was ineffective in pass blocking.

Stafon Johnson showed he's a true sport. He came in and scored when needed, but spent most of the game on the sidelines.

Matt Barkley appeared to have injured his throwing arm and noted after the game that he felt pain but kept going. Corp was given a chance to throw the ball after the injury but only on the sidelines.

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